Reality TV followers are in for a busy few months, with a slew of major franchises returning to OTT platforms. From high-voltage stunts and romantic twists, business pitches, and celebrity comedy, each show promises a different flavor of entertainment. Here’s a detailed look at the six most-awaited titles and what viewers can expect from their new seasons.
6 Upcoming Reality TV Premieres on OTT
| Show Name | Release Date | Platform |
|---|---|---|
| MTV Splitsvilla 16 | 9 January 2026 | JioHotstar |
| Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 15 | January 2026 | JioHotstar |
| Shark Tank India Season 5 | January 2026 | SonyLiv |
| The 50 | To be announced | Not confirmed |
| The Great Indian Kapil Show S4 | 20 December 2025 | Netflix |
| Laughter Chefs Season 3 | 22 November | JioHotstar |
The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 4
Kapil Sharma’s comedy talk show is returning on 20 December 2025, streaming on Netflix. Season four will retain the show’s signature mix of celebrity conversations, audience interactions and light-hearted humor.
The show, with Kapil at the centre and a new line-up of guests, promises the return of relaxed, family-friendly entertainment during the year-end viewing season.
The fourth season of #TheGreatIndianKapilShow is coming on December 20th
But we need new things…we need more than Sunil Grover
Time they reinvent the show pic.twitter.com/zYG5cHRLsT
— BINGED (@Binged_) December 4, 2025
MTV Splitsvilla 16
The iconic dating franchise is back on 9 January 2026, airing on JioHotstar. Karan Kundrra and Sunny Leone are coming back to host the season, taking the contestants through the unmissable tasks and love challenges.
This time around, the new Mischief Makers are Nia Sharma and Urfi Javed, raising the stakes of drama and playful mayhem. The latest season, Splitsvilla 16, promises a more engaging and competitive format with newer dynamics and sharper twists.
Iss season ek hi dilemma – Pyaar ya Paisa?
Are you ready?💕🫶🏻@InstaxIndia presents #MTVSplitsvillaX6 co-powered by @sofyclubindia, @newmeasia and @EnvyFrench. Starts 9th January, Fri, Sat & Sun on JioHotstar and at 7PM on MTV.Special Partner- #MatrixIndia
{MTVSplitsvillaX6} pic.twitter.com/laa6IYThJK
— MTV India (@MTVIndia) December 5, 2025
Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 15
The action-packed show by Rohit Shetty returns to JioHotstar in January 2026. The much-awaited new season is going to raise the bar with daring stunt sequences, challenging celebrity contestants to confront fear, height, water, speed, and mental challenges in high-pressure conditions. The fans are expecting tougher tasks, newer locations, and heavier competition this time.
Shark Tank India Season 5
Entrepreneurs and startup enthusiasts are waiting to see the new season arrive in January 2026 on SonyLiv. A mix of returning and new “Sharks” will evaluate pitches from aspiring founders looking for funding, mentorship and strategic backing. One can expect Season 5 to have stronger pitches, newer sectors and sharper negotiations.
The 50
Announced unexpectedly during the Bigg Boss 19 finale, “The 50” instantly caught eyeballs. Although the makers have not confirmed a release date as yet, the mystery shrouding its format and contestants has already raised enough speculation. With Salman Khan teasing the concept on air, the high-stakes survival-style competition with a large pool of participants seems like an exciting prospect.
Khelne walo ke liye bhi aur dekhne walo ke liye bhi.
Get ready for #The50
Coming Soon on #JioHotstar & #ColorsTV pic.twitter.com/3lFvL8PVc4
— JioHotstar Reality (@HotstarReality) December 7, 2025
Laughter Chefs Season 3
Streaming on JioHotstar from 22 November, the hybrid cookery-comedy series has celebrity duos juggling between recipes and fun challenges. Hosted by Bharti Singh, the season will be judged by Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi, including well-known names such as Karan Kundrra, Tejasswi Prakash, Elvish Yadav, Ali Goni and Krushna Abhishek. Expect an entertaining mix of mishaps, teamwork, and improvisation.
#LaughterChefs3 is unstoppable
From a strong 1.9 opening TRP to a massive 2.2 TVR, the show is proving why it’s the BIGGEST non-fiction launch of the year
Proud moment for Team & FansDon’t miss:
📺 Sat – 9 PM
📺 Sun – 7:30 PM
Only On ColorsTV & Jiohotstar#VivianDsena #VDians pic.twitter.com/jmEciHSSwT— VivianDsena_Fc (@VivianDsena_fc_) December 5, 2025
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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes and based on available release updates. Dates and details may change as platforms issue official announcements.
